Brisbane vs Gold Coast

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Brisbane edges ahead as the better destination in December. Brisbane offers 7 hours of daily sunshine with only 6 rain days, while Gold Coast sees 12 sunshine hours and 12 rain days.

Brisbane sits in the comfortable travel range at 25°C. Gold Coast is also comfortable at 26°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Brisbane is the stronger choice in December. Gold Coast receives 5 more hours of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Brisbane reaches an average high of 25°C (77°F) and drops to 17°C (63°F) at night during December. The daily temperature range is 8°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Gold Coast averages 26°C (79°F) for the high and 21°C (70°F) for the low, with a daily range of 5°C. The two cities feel quite similar in terms of temperature.

Both cities are in the Southern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in December.

Brisbane receives approximately 70 mm of rainfall across 6 rain days during December. Rain is occasional, so a light rain jacket should suffice.

Gold Coast sees 118 mm over 12 rain days. That makes Brisbane the drier option by 6 rain days and 48 mm of total precipitation.

Humidity also differs: Brisbane averages 65% while Gold Coast sits at 70%. Gold Coast will feel muggier, especially at higher temperatures.